Print

Ultimate Guide to No-Bake Tiramisu Cheesecake

Print Recipe

This no-bake tiramisu cheesecake is the ultimate fusion of two classic desserts—rich, creamy cheesecake and bold, coffee-infused tiramisu. With an Oreo crust, velvety mascarpone filling, and espresso-soaked ladyfingers, each bite is a perfect blend of textures and flavors. The best part? No oven required! Perfect for special occasions or an indulgent treat, this dessert will impress every time.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:

  • 30 Oreo cookies (crushed into fine crumbs)
  • 7 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
  • ½ tsp espresso powder

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 20.1 oz full-fat cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 10.5 oz mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 ¼ cup heavy cream (cold)
  • 1 ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp instant vanilla pudding mix
  • ⅓ cup sour cream

For the Assembly:

  • 10 ladyfingers
  • 1 cup espresso coffee
  • 1 tbsp Kahlua (optional; substitute with more espresso if avoiding alcohol)
  • 1–2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting)

Instructions

Step 1: Crafting the Perfect Crust

  1. Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a ziplock bag and crushing them with a rolling pin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed Oreos with espresso powder and melted butter. Mix until well coated.
  3. Press the mixture evenly into a 9-inch springform pan lined with parchment paper.
  4. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.

Step 2: Preparing the Creamy Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, sour cream, cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and instant pudding mix using an electric hand mixer.
  2. Mix until the batter is smooth, creamy, and fully combined.

Step 3: Assembling the Tiramisu Layers

  1. Remove the crust from the freezer and spread ⅓ of the cheesecake filling evenly over it.
  2. Quickly dip the ladyfingers in espresso (and Kahlua if using), ensuring they are soaked for less than a second to avoid sogginess.
  3. Arrange the soaked ladyfingers in a single layer over the cheesecake filling.
  4. Spread a thin layer of cheesecake filling over the ladyfingers and smooth it out with a spatula.
  5. Transfer the remaining cheesecake filling to a piping bag with a star tip and pipe decorative dollops over the top.

Step 4: Chilling & Finishing Touches

  1. Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight for best results).
  2. Before serving, remove from the pan and generously dust the top with cocoa powder.

Notes

  • Use high-quality espresso for the best coffee flavor.
  • Let the cheesecake chill overnight for an even firmer texture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Find it online: https://friendlywell.com/ultimate-guide-to-no-bake-tiramisu-cheesecake/